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Owen's Automotive

✓ Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection

302 N Juniper Street, Escondido, CA 92025

License #298081 · California state licensing records · data refresh 2026-08-03

About this brake and lamp inspection station

You'll find Owen's Automotive at 302 N Juniper Street in Escondido, CA (San Diego County). Its state license — #298081 — is on record in California's licensing data as of 2026-08-03.

State records list its specialty as Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection — self-reported by the shop. Phone: (760) 745-5481. Hours and wait times vary — calling first beats a wasted trip.

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Common questions

Where is Owen's Automotive located?

Owen's Automotive is at 302 N Juniper Street, Escondido, CA 92025, in San Diego County. Phone: (760) 745-5481.

What license does Owen's Automotive hold?

Owen's Automotive appears in California state licensing records under license #298081 (data refresh 2026-08-03).

What does a brake service include?

A complete brake service includes inspection of pads, rotors, calipers, brake lines, and fluid — followed by replacement of whatever is worn beyond safe limits, with a road test to confirm.

  • Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and lowers the boiling point — flush recommended every 2-3 years
  • Rotors can often be machined instead of replaced if within spec
  • Caliper slide pins must be lubricated to prevent uneven pad wear
  • Some pads include a lifetime pad warranty — ask about coverage
  • Road test after service is non-negotiable for confirming safe stopping

Per ASE A5 brake system standards.

What are the signs I need new brakes?

Squealing or grinding sounds, vibration in the pedal, longer stopping distances, or a spongy pedal are the primary warning signs.

  • Squealing = wear indicators touching rotor (replace soon)
  • Grinding = metal-on-metal (replace immediately)
  • Pulsation or vibration often means warped rotors
  • Soft/spongy pedal may indicate hydraulic issue, not just pads
  • Dashboard brake warning light is always immediate action

Per ASE brake inspection standards and NHTSA guidance.